The Armenian People from Ancient to Modern Times: Volume I: The Dynastic Periods: From Antiquity to the Fourteenth Century

The book provides a comprehensive history of Armenia, exploring its origins and significant events from ancient times through the establishment of the Republic in 1991. It highlights Armenia's struggles against Ottoman and Tsarist rule, the impact of the Crusades, and the effects of Bolshevik subjugation. Written by leading experts, it delves into the interplay of domestic and international relations, society, and culture across five dynastic periods. The adoption of Christianity is emphasized as a pivotal moment that shaped Armenia's historical and cultural trajectory amid powerful neighboring empires.